This leverages your current equity without draining your savings.

I've heard that DealMachine is becoming the go-to tool for this kind of data, but I've also noticed some strong results coming from Crexi lately.It seems like Crexi has a more multifamily-focused platform, while DealMachine is often geared toward wholesalers.

My name is Cam, and I discovered BiggerPockets on Spotify.I bought my first multi-family property about a year ago.

Fixed... two sides to this. 

Unless you are planning on renting by the room, I don't think this will increase your rent.

I know people who currently have that, it started a generation ago and probably ends next generation, it's hard to maintain this more than a couple generations because the politics, religion and underlying values can't hold across hundreds of extended family members.The same goes for business/way of life.

With no rent for this current month.

Tile is far superior for this application.

This is a trend you will observe across the country, not specifically in Philadelphia.

For 18 months, my company will have me rotating between Houston, TX; Midland, TX; Oklahoma City, OK; and Pittsburgh, PA, covering both my housing and car expenses.Goals & Investment Strategy:My goal is to save aggressively over this period to build a strong financial foundation for real estate investing.